
Department of Conservation and Recreation

By Emi EndoPosted February 11, 2025
What tips do these DCR employees have for girls interested in science? READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted January 15, 2025
By Emi EndoPosted December 30, 2024
Highlights from DCR's work to Conserve, Protect and Enjoy this year. READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted November 07, 2024
Populations of the frosted elfin butterfly have been diminishing. Virginia hopes new butterflies reared in Florida can help them make a comeback. READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted October 29, 2024
13 new species have been added to Virginia's invasive plant list. What to plant instead? READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted October 11, 2024
A new map identifies Chesapeake Bay rivers and streams to target for mussel and aquatic habitat restoration and conservation. READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted July 09, 2024
Without intervention, remaining rare pondspice shrubs would be doomed. Will an experiment to hand-pollinate bear fruit? READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted April 26, 2024
Dozens of new groundwater isopod species in caves have been discovered through an international research collaboration with DCR. READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted April 09, 2024
Red Hill is one of several conservation projects receiving honors. READ MOREBy Emi EndoPosted March 26, 2024
Native river cane is making a comeback thanks to volunteer efforts. READ MORE